The Nokia C3 Is Loaded With Various Multi Media Functions And Social Network Integration

For an affordable alternative to a Blackberry or a Nokia E series phone

, the Nokia C3 should be your first choice. With integrated support for various messaging and online applications and a full QWERTY keyboard, this phone is ideal for social networking and web browsing on a budget. The C3 is also loaded with various multi media functions, including a digital camera and multimedia player.

The device has a 2.4 inch QVGA display which has been installed horizontally for an optimised browsing and messaging experience. The phone comes in either grey or white, bit hot pink is an option for the ladies. A software package consisting of the Symbian S40 operating allows for smooth running and navigation is centred on the navi key which doubles as the main action button. The device is very slim line and the casing is incredibly smooth with rounded edges and a shiny finish. This phone is both comfortable to handle and very pocket friendly.

The phone is well connected; it relies on Wi Fi for fast web connectivity and cellular network coverage is handled by class A GPRS and EDGE. Bluetooth technology and a USB connection enable the C3 to communicate with compatible hardware devices. The microSD slot can handle SD cards up to 8GB and the phone has a top mounted 3.5mm AV connection for personal headphone use.

As for messaging, the C3 is well packed with support for e-mail with all the most popular providers like Hotmail and Gmail being compatible. Nokia have also supplied there Ovi Mail service as an extra option. Instant messaging also plays a part and coverage for all the popular live messengers is incorporated. The C3 is socially aware and has a dedicated Communities widget which provides live Facebook and Twitter feeds direct to the home screen.

A digital camera will satisfy the impulsive snappers out there; it is only a 2MP effort, but the outcome is surprisingly good, there are a number if balance settings and editing tools to fiddle with and a 4x digital zoom for close ups. The camera is capable of video capture and all captured images and videos can be uploaded to social networks and online sharing sites.

Nokia have pre-installed a music player which also has support for FM radio. Multiple file types can be played and the player organizes your tunes in categories for easy access, your mp3s can also be used as ringtones with individual ringtone assignment also possible. The video player is equally good at playing a variety of video file formats and videos look quite smooth on the 320 x 240 display.

In the C3, Nokia have delivered a software package which supplies users with an info packed home screen which can be customized to incorporate the information the user want. Social networking and messaging is covered well and with added support from the QWERTY keyboard the general messaging experience is very pleasurable. So if you want a budget alternative, messaging smartphone, the Nokia C3 is ideal.

by: Lee Thornton

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